Standing out as a desert that sits at the coastal line of the country, Namibia is a country in the southwestern part of Africa. Sheltering diverse wildlife, German colonial-era buildings and deserts, the country is ideal for adventurous souls seeking their next getaway.
Visiting the Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary
A visit to the Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary is among the best things to do in Windhoek. Take a short ride of 50 minutes from Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino to quench your thirst for adventure by visiting this sanctuary which shelters injured, orphaned and conflict animals. While animals are nurtured in tender care, you will discover various creatures from mighty leopards and lions to little mongooses and meerkats.
A Morning in the Namib Desert
Explore the golden sand dunes of one of the oldest sand dunes in Africa. The Namib Desert is a vast landscape located in Namibia and southwestern Angola and is a mandatory checklist item in your Namibian adventure. Namib desert is also well known for its rugged mountains and the world’s highest sand dunes that draw tourists from every corner of the world.
Visiting Swakopmund
As one travels towards the western region of Windhoek, Namibia’s capital, the coastal city of Swakopmund comes into view. Famed for sandy beaches with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, structures from the German colonial era stand mighty and strong. One of the most prominent landmarks in the city can be identified as the Swakopmund Lighthouse and the mole.
Explore Kalahari
The significance of the Kalahari Desert lies in its land mass which spreads across parts of Botswana, Namibia and South Africa. Covering the eastern and southern parts of Namibia, this desert is known for its red desert dunes, diverse wildlife, quiver tree forest and game drives that spark a thrill in your adventurous soul.
